Further tests revealed increased pressure levels in her calves and shins as a result of CECS.

Virtue and Moir planned on delaying the surgery until after the 2010-11 season. However, because of the discomfort Virtue was experiencing, the decision was made to have the surgery now.

As in 2008, Dr. Kevin Willits performed Virtue's most recent surgery.

'Enormous relief'

"It's an enormous relief to have a solution to the pain," said Virtue. "Apparently the surgery went really well and I am confident that I have the most competent support team to help me with my recovery. I am excited to get back on the ice as soon as I can and look forward to training and competing pain-free!"

Moir, who was with Virtue for her surgery, will travel back to Michigan to resume his training.

"We have two awesome routines this year, and I've got lots of work to do to be ready for our return to competition," he said.

"In the bigger picture, this is a minor setback, and we're excited at the prospect of Tessa being able to skate pain-free going forward," he said.

"It also shows just how strong Tessa was last year, and it was really amazing that she could shut out the pain and together we were able to achieve our dream of being Olympic champions."